District Dogs in Navy Yard is my dogs favorite place to go while I am at work. When we get to the door, she immediately gets excited and is so ready to go play with the other dogs! Every time I pick her up, she'll sleep for hours. I love that they have a webcam system so you can check in on your pup throughout the day. Additionally, DD provides a "report card" each time your dog attends daycare filled with cute photos of your dog(s)! The staff is super friendly and answers any questions you may have diligently. Their grooming services are also great! My dog hates being bathed but the staff are so kind and make sure she's comfortable. I'm so lucky to have found this daycare now that I am returning to the office! read more

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Profits over care. Dogs not taken care of, too many packed together. Needs to be shut down.

I tried out district dogs one time for my pup but it's awfully expensive given the time. you also have to reserve in advance to leave your dog. the camera is also not great as it jumps from frame to frame with no fluid movements. if you're looking for an amazing dog watcher in the area i would recommend looking on rover. the people are far more personable, the rates are better and your dog will likely get to spend time outside while being with other dogs. read more

We have been going to District Dogs for six years now. Out of the blue my dog is rejected for daycare because he needed to do another social evaluation after a year, a new policy that we've never been told about until today. As I was already in the shop with dog in hand and running late to an event my husband called to ask for a one time exception and agreed to do the evaluation on his next visit. The General Manager declined stating no exceptions. This after waiting 15 minutes in the lobby to drop him off which is constantly the case when we come to District Dogs. They are never available on time. We're done. This used to be a great neighborhood friendly place for our pups but now that they've grown to several locations and gone corporate the service has only gotten worse and worse. We have made exceptions time and again even dealing with their prices rising steeply during COVID, higher than the high end dog daycares we use in New York. We won't be coming back. read more

I dropped my 9 month old puppy off for a daycare evaluation and didn't do my due diligence. When you walk by you can see the rooms the dogs are kept in. I was appalled at the number of dogs in the small dogs room at one time - 25+ in less than 500 sq feet, with little free space and no stimulation or interaction with the staff (except when they walk in the pen to clean up after a dog defecates). Apparently you have to pay extra for add ons like - interactions with humans, more space, and outside time. Do your research before you try this or get ready to pay up for what I would consider basic daycare services. Management - please consider expanding your space, what you have now is not safe. Otherwise the grooming services, payment/appointment process and front desk staff was good. read more

They cram dogs into a tiny space with workers who never look up from their phone. It's not safe. One employee kicked a puppy that later died. A puppy. These are the kind of people this place employees. read more

I took my pup to District Dogs for a cut and wash. She has never had any injuries and has been overall healthy for her nine years of life. As soon as we left today, I noticed a bulging red spot on her eye. I immediately notified District Dogs, just so that they knew for the future. They called minutes later to insist that she had been injured upon arrival. Then they email to reassert their false claims. I was shocked. I know with completely certainty (and have photographic proof) that she was fine when I dropped her off, but to avoid any potential criticism, they lied to me instantly. Her haircut is fine, a little shorter than I would have liked and uneven in some spots, but I won't be taking her back simply because of the poor treatment of the situation. Any business that feels like they need to lie to you to avoid any wrongdoing probably is doing something wrong. Oh, and the fact that it cost $125 (which I had to pay and tip on before seeing my pup and her injury) is the icing on the cake. Maybe that's the going rate in the city, but just considering the haste they took in caring for her and the issues with her cut, I don't think it's worth it. Would strongly urge against coming here. read more

For puppy socialization, puppy training, adult dog training and specialized dog training (e.g. Service Dog training), Sophia Turshen is the best of the best. Easily would rate 10 stars! I have personally witnessed Sophia work with dogs of all ages as well as address individual issues, such as my elderly dog's aversion to our new puppy, with outstanding results. Sophia's style of training is remarkable as she combines skill and experience with an authoritative, yet gentle approach. Ms. Turshen is not only knowledgeable, but also extremely talented. Congratulations to District Dogs Navy Yard on offering a multitude of training options by (easily) the best dog trainer/instructor in DC, Maryland and Virginia. read more

I love district dogs .... I love myesha the groomer she is amazing, takes her time and, my dig is crazy about her read more

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Went to District Dogs for the 1st time. I chose them because of their good review and their fancy website + they have 3 different locations, so I think they are trust worthy. After I got my dog back from his grooming appointment... I wasn't happy about it. As you can see in the picture, he is not clean (not just his legs and paws, but also his butt... he still got little piece of poo on his butt) other than the fancy yellow wrap around his neck, you can't really tell that he just got groomed... he also smells like he went in for day care... paid $120 for it, it's fair for a husky grooming, but with this kind of results and service? It's definitely not worth it. read more

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Just completed adult basics training class with Sophia. I highly recommend this class! My 16 month old Australian Labradoodle, Winston, knew the basic commands before class, but, due to the pandemic, we never had the opportunity to practice in class with other dogs. This class provided the perfect opportunity. Sophia clearly explained and demonstrated each command (also great if your dog is just learning them). We were then given time to practice, while Sophia walked around the room to help and answer questions. I loved everything about this class, but a few things I think are particularly noteworthy: 1. Sophia's style of training is based solely on positive reinforcement. 2. Even during Covid, I felt completely safe in class. Classes were limited in size and there was plenty of room to space out. 3. There was enough room for the dogs to have the right balance of distraction (key for advancing learning) and space (not a cramped open area like I've seen at other training venues. read more

Short version: No one should let District Dogs be responsible for their dog. Period. A recent five night stay at their Shaw location in December resulted in a major foot injury, over $1,700 in veterinary bills for emergency care, multiple medications, and over a month of healing (she is still recovering). This injury was not communicated with us from their staff at any point until she was picked up (despite receiving daily "report cards" indicating she was doing great). If you want to ensure that your beloved dog will be taken care of during their boarding, do not take them to District Dogs. Long version: Our dog was dropped off at District Dogs' Shaw location on December 21st. Sometime on the 24th, their staff noticed she was limping due to an injury on her foot and removed her from the large boarding space and put her in a private area. This injury and her movement from the main boarding space was done without any communication to us. This is in direct conflict with their policies where they say that they will always communicate in these situations. During this time, we did not have a reason for concern as we received multiple "report cards" on the 24th and the 25th indicating our dog was healthy and doing well. However, when our dog was picked up the morning of the 26th, she was not putting any weight on her foot. At that point, it had become infected, and it required an immediate visit to the animal hospital (our regular veterinarian and a separate veterinarian recommended she be seen immediately). As is written in the attached animal hospital's discharge notes, she needed four separate medications (including a sedative for pain) and had to be taken for a follow up visit 10 days later where she was prescribed additional medications for healing. It has now been well over a month since she was picked up, and she still has a wound. The incompetence at District Dogs is significant. When my partner was communicating with them after this incident, management repeatedly emphasized that her injury was minor (as is shown in the attached in the vet summary, the injury was certainly not minor when she was picked up). Anyone that loves their animal would not consider the injury inflicted to be minor. Since District Dogs is either refusing to share, or does not know, the full story of what happened between the 24th and the 26th, there are two possible scenarios: 1. My pet's injury WAS minor when evaluated on the 24th: If this is true, the staff should have communicated with us (we may have arranged for an earlier pickup) and PROPERLY cared for the situation to prevent it from progressing to a major injury. The communication and proper care did not happen. 2. My pet's injury WAS NOT minor when evaluated on the 24th: In this scenario, District Dogs staff either did not have the skills to understand what constitutes a major injury (and therefore should not be caring for pets) OR they do not care about the pets they are watching. If the injury was major on 12/24, my pet should have received immediate veterinary care and instead spent 36 hours without it. Regardless of which of the above scenarios is true, District Dogs demonstrated severe negligence in communicating with us, and our dog spent at least 36 hours in pain where they knew of the issue and repeatedly sent us false reports saying she was doing well. Their actions are in direct conflict with how they present themselves on their website and this lack of regard for those under their care was shocking to us. Finally, this incompetence extends beyond their staff. We escalated our concerns to the owner. On January 12th (over two weeks after we picked our pet up) the owner finally reach out, refusing to acknowledge the severe negligence of his employees and stating that her injury was "minor" when evaluated by his staff - my partner has followed up twice, trying to get him on the phone to discuss further, both of which he has ignored. He is likely hoping this issue will just "go away." More important to us than losing this amount of money on care (while we were refunded for our stay, the vet costs significantly exceeded that amount,) is that no additional dogs are placed at serious risk of injury or worse under their care. The response of District Dogs leads us to believe this situation can and will happen again, and they are in no way changing their practices or values in response to this situation. read more

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I was extremely disappointed with my mini goldendoodles' hair cut today. I asked that her body be short which was the number 5 and that her face be trimmed so she can look like a golden doodle. This was Chloe's first visit for grooming, but unfortunately her last, the majority of all of her facial hair was cut off, and it's uneven. I specifically stated to the receptionist to just trim her face so she would still look like a goldendoodle. I paid twice as much as her last groomer and did no receive a satisfactory result. read more

I am updating my review! The manager reached out to me immediately after seeing my dissatisfaction and asked me to give them another chance and it would be on the house. I did and the groom went great! I will be back! read more

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My dog had a great time boarding here on thanksgiving! I was really excited to find that they still had openings just a week before a major holiday, and the staff was very helpful when I accidentally made my reservation for the wrong location (there are 2 in DC). I was a bit disappointed by the small size of the play area, but that can be expected in a city. read more

My dog goes to the Navy Yard location and it has been a wonderful experience. Always friendly staff and they take great care of my dog. I've also attended the themed play dates at the bark park and it's always a great time. read more

This is not a review of service ... but a review of observation. We were passing the location near the stadium after a baseball game and happened to be waiting in front of the store front for our ride back to the hotel. At 00:44 am at least 25+ dogs of all sizes were left roaming about with from what appeared no one watching them. Some dogs were laying on the floor without anything else to lay on. Those around us that also noticed these conditions were also very concerned. read more

We brought our little Frenchie, Mabel, to the Bully Bash last weekend! It was a really fun time. She met several other Frenchies and a couple of English bulldogs. We were offered a tour of the facility and found it to be very nice and clean. It looks like dogs have a blast when they stay here. I wish I lived closer so Mabel could go every day! read more

we ended up having a good experience with the service itself. however, there was some pricing confusion.

Myeshia is hands down the BEST groomer! She's kind, creative, and truly cares for my dog's well being. She delivers a personal level of service by remembering my preferences and also providing suggestions to help improve my dog's experience. I'm impressed with how hard she works and the pride she takes in her craft. Highly recommend. read more

Lost a customer over grooming price increase. This is the third time we've taken our dog (a 25 pound terrier mix mutt) to be groomed here. It wasn't until I checked out that I noticed they increased their prices by over 30% (from $125 to $165 pre tip). I brought this up to the checkout staff who said they've updated the process to tie the prices to type of dog. When I said my dog is a mutt and doesn't fall under any of the breeds they listed, they were less than helpful. Will not be coming back. Too many other places in the area to pay this ridiculously high of prices. read more

Myeshia always does a great job with my Maltese, Lily! Both of my pups love District Dogs.

Up front: you get what you pay for. District Dogs is a little expensive, but WORTH EVERY PENNY! Our dogs have luscious hair, but it gets matted very easily. Mayesha expertly cut and styled our dogs without having to shave them down like other groomers have in the past. She also waited after they were finished until we got there to pick them up just to ensure we were happy with her work (they were the last dogs to be groomed that day and Mayesha stayed even though she was off work by that point). The cuts are super cute and it's clear that they love dogs at this location. They also provide a report card with pictures of the cut and the cutest little messages. Will definitely share with friends, family, and neighbors and will be using them again. read more

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I have been bringing my dog Peanut to District Dogs for daycare since moving to the area last year. Peanut is friendly with other dogs but has trouble controlling her impulses when leash walking (jumping, barking, or fixating on other dogs, squirrels, bicyclists, etc). I decided to have Peanut attend the two week board and train program with Michael Hill and District Dogs. Michael is prompt to reply with my questions and emails, and always left detailed training updates in the daily report card. He posts great pictures throughout the training sessions, too! It has been nearly two weeks since her training session ended and Peanut will now walk straight past other dogs without having a negative reaction. She sits on command when asked the first time and without expecting a treat. She has a totally different behavior walking on leash now and I am so relieved and thankful for Michael's help and expertise! read more

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Myeshia at the District Dogs in Navy Yard is amazing! We took our puppy for his first grooming and she spent time with us explaining the process and the options for our cocker spaniel. We all had a great experience and our pup looks (and smells) great! read more

My puppy LOVES going to daycare at District Dogs. I love the photos and daily report cards that we receive after each visit. The staff members are super friendly and personable and know my puppy by name. Be sure to book ahead or purchase the unlimited monthly package as they do fill up. It's also great that they offer grooming- it's a great one stop shop for any dog owner! read more

Horrible place - avoid at all costs! They keep having flooding and sewer problems, and the facility has mold because of it, which doesn't seem safe for the dogs. Last I heard, the owner was doing NOTHING to fix this. They also treat their employees like absolute shit, and the trainers are paid on commission ONLY, with no hourly wage at all. I literally would give negative stars for this place if I could. read more

Great service at District Dogs. The team of dog lovers looks after my pup in a caring manner!

Jacob, I have no reason to lie about your business. Yes, one of your managers DID say that about the situation when we called. I reported your comment as you never bothered to call or check-up on us before putting up your post! I have a $1700 bill to prove T'Challa contracted her illness from your facility. It is a sad day that you would call a customer a liar instead of accepting responsibility and liability for what happened at your establishment. You have not called one time to check on the customer who has a complaint. The reason I posted this review is due to the lack of professionalism from your staff. However, I understand now where it comes from as people take on the attitude of their leadership. If the only thing you care about is your image and not the people who support your business that is a very big problem. In the past I was a happy customer because I have used your establishment in the past with no issues. However, this time was not the same. Do not worry. We will not be back. I want to make sure nothing likes this ever happens to anyone else's pet. This is really really sad as I regret every sending my pet there as this was my idea to use your facility. Now I'm praying my dog recovers!!! In the words of the great Maya Angelou "when someone shows you who they are, BELIEVE THEM!" read more

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The team working here are extremely friendly and helpful. Our dog tiger is very happy with the team. The grooming technician is one of the best around and is very gentle and caring for all under her care. The only thing I hope they consider are more specials or length of stay discounts. Overall we are happy and glad to bring our family pet to District Dog! read more

Our rescue dog Ravioli views the Navy Yard District Dogs location as his second home. Every time we drop him off, he absolutely can't wait to get inside and play with all the pups and amazing staff. We've especially had great experiences with trainers Sophia and Carissa. They were extremely knowledgeable and patient and understood all Ravioli's needs. Really appreciate their care and commitment to all the pups. read more

I did the 2 week Board & Train at District Dog for my 9 month old puppy Hudson. The training was done by Michael Hill and he's absolutely fantastic. The staff at District Dogs send you photos and report cards of your dogs day. The was one day I didn't get one a report card which was unfortunate but otherwise they posted photos every day and how he was doing. The trainer posted daily updates on his progress as well as photos and videos on social media which I loved. You can also look at live cameras from 9am - 6pm of the pups playing!! Their social media director, Lyssa, posts regular updates of your pup as well and it's so much fun to see how he's doing and who he's playing with! They were great at communicating and helped book a grooming appointment at the end of his visit. The only thing I wished that they would have done is encourage additional grooming appointments while he was there, which I would have paid for, because on his last day when he went to the groomers his hair was all knotted and matted in some places which could have been avoided should he have gotten brushed at the grooming facility. I've never done boarding ever before, so having the information that that would be something I would have to ask for and that they wouldn't suggest it would have been nice. But hey, that's something I know to now ask them for up front in the future, because we are definitely going back! Overall, this place is amazing and I'd recommend it to anyone!! I love their community and am planning to attend various events that they have such as Yappy Hour! read more

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We took our corgi here for his first grooming and they did an amazing job. His cut was very clean and even, and for a dog with a thick long coat they clearly took their time and made sure everything was perfect. He was happy and smiling when we picked him up. We would highly recommend. read more

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We absolutely love District Dogs! We have been using them to cat-sit our 2 cats for the last few years, and honestly District Dogs has been the best cat care company we've ever used here in DC. It's clear that their team truly loves and cares about animals, and we love that they send us pictures and a little blurb about how our boys are doing every time they stop by. They are also super responsive and flexible, even on weekends. This past weekend, we accidentally booked cat care for the wrong days. In a panic, we called at 6pm on a Saturday to see what could be done. Within 45 minutes, we were able to get in touch with a coordinator, who got in touch with our usual sitter, who changed her schedule to come by early the next day to make sure our boys didn't have to go 48 hours straight without food. It was SUCH a relief, and SO fast, and even though it really was our mistake they really came through for us. We honestly can't thank them or recommend them enough!! read more

Love this place! They do a great job with everything! The Manager is fantastic and the team is amazing!

I have had one friend use this service . She didn't seem to have many issues with it . Nothing wrong with her dog or anything . But upon walking past it myself, there seems to be an inordinate amount of dogs housed in an area about the size of a dining room. Without taking a head count, my supposition would be over a dozen. Possibly 10's, there were quite a few ankle biters. It seems a great idea in theory, but in practice it seems to be a bit ambitious .Bottom line is, I'd love to take my dog to be groomed, but would pick up immediately. read more

We stopped by District Dog prior to adopting our goldendoodle puppy, Kaju, and were treated with the kindest regard by both Alyssa and Myeshia. Alyssa answered each of our questions about pet ownership as well as about the services that District Dogs offers. She never rushed us or made us feel small instead choosing to thoroughly answer our questions and reassure us. Myeshia additionally made us feel welcome and gave top tips about caring for our pup's coat. Since then we have had Kaju groomed there and were really happy with the attention and care that Myeshia gave to him. We also use their daycare services and fully trust Alyssa with his care. Kaju absolutely loves going to District Dogs for daycare. We also love getting to see how he is doing via the webcams. In pre-covid times I would have recommended dropping by to discuss their services if you are considering adopting. Currently, we are thankful for Alyssa and happy with our choice to use the services at District Dogs. I would highly recommend their services. *** update- We are thrilled with the haircut Kaju received from Myeshia today! He looks so handsome!! read more

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The staff isn't kind or welcoming. The manager had his head completely in the clouds and prioritizes folding leashes while I asked for him to bring me my dog after his grooming appointment. I went twice to try and give them a second chance as I don't like to judge at first impressions, but I never felt welcome bringing my pet here. Do yourself a favor and try mobile dog grooming with pooches kitties & kisses. They're incredible friendly and prices are comparable. read more

District Dogs has been an absolute godsend for me and my senior dog, who is large and has serious mobility restrictions. For the last year they have provided regular check-ins while I've been at work, and besides being 100% reliable they've treated my dog like the angel that she is. The District Dog walkers always provide detailed reports and pictures from the visit, and it is always clear that she is well taken care of. The one time we needed an overnight sitter, everything went very smoothly. I can't recommend District Dogs highly enough for the peace of mind they've given me while I've been in the area. read more

My puppy loves daycare at District Dogs and after spending a week there for Board & Train with their training partner (Michael from District Canine), I noticed a big difference in his interactions with other dogs during playtime and general obedience from the training sessions. No more running when a dog comes near him and he started actually playing with dogs! The online webcams are the best feature since I can check in myself to see how my pup is doing. Very happy with the care provided at District Dogs and trust them with my pup! read more